Unlocking Success: The Crucial Role of Personal Development for Real Estate Agents

In the dynamic world of real estate, success isn't just about closing deals; it's about continuous growth and evolution. Behind every successful real estate agent lies a commitment to personal development. In an industry where adaptability, communication skills, and market knowledge are required, investing in oneself is not just an option; it's a necessity. Let's explore why personal development is the cornerstone of success for real estate agents. Check out the suggested reading for each point too.

March 14, 2024 0

Five Podcasts to Follow in 2024

For those of you who don't know me, I am a HUGE proponent of personal and professional growth and development. I am always seeking to learn more to achieve my goals, which include serving and helping others (I'll post more on the crucial role of personal and professional development later this week). I wanted to share a huge part of my personal and professional growth plan with you - listening to podcasts. I spend a good amount of time in the car, usually traveling between our offices. Here are my top 5 favorite podcasts you should be following in 2024 to level up your life and your business and make it the BEST YEAR yet!

January 3, 2024 0

Is it Time to Switch Brokerage Firms? A New Real Estate Agent’s Guide

Becoming a real estate agent is a rewarding career choice, but it can be challenging to navigate the industry, especially when you're new to it. We're so excited when we pass the exam that we sometimes hastily select a brokerage firm to join, only to discover it's not the perfect place for you. Are you stuck? No.

November 7, 2023 0

The Essential Pillars of Success: Organizational Tips for New Real Estate Agents

Congratulations on embarking on your journey as a real estate agent! As you step into this exciting and dynamic (and somewhat crazy) industry, it's crucial to understand that organization is the key to unlocking success in your career.

September 21, 2023 0

Top 10 Complaints Real Estate Agents Have… About Other Real Estate Agents

The real estate industry is a tight-knit community, but pet peeves are bound to exist even in the best of businesses. I surveyed a group of agents to ask, "What is the one thing other agents do – or don't do that aggravates you?" Here is a list of the top 10 answers. No surprise many agents had the same gripes.

June 10, 2023 0

Hosting Open Houses – Good for Your New Business or Not?

I say GOOD! As a new real estate agent, hosting open houses is one of the best ways to get your name out there and start building your business. Open houses are a great way to meet potential clients, learn about the market, and build your reputation. Here are some reasons why new real estate... Continue Reading →

April 8, 2023 0

10 Must Read Books for New Real Estate Agents

As a new real estate agent, reading is one of the best daily habits that you can practice to ensure your success. There are thousands of books that can help you develop your skills, learn new strategies, and succeed in your career. To help you out, I've listed below what I feel are ten of the best books for new real estate agents to read.

March 5, 2023 0

10 Important Topics Your Real Estate Pre-Licensing Course Won’t Cover

Your Real Estate pre-licensing course will be jammed packed full of vocabulary terms and concepts that you will need to memorize, which is fantastic, and doing so will help you succeed in passing your exams. But what you WON’T learn in these courses is equally essential.

August 31, 2020 3

Still Trying to do it All on Your Own? Stop.

Let’s face it, as human beings, we all have a great sense of pride, and most of us believe we can do anything and everything on our own, that we don’t need any help. Pride makes us feel this, but self-awareness helps us understand that this is entirely untrue. The problem is, too many of... Continue Reading →

May 19, 2020 0

The Broker Interview – a Viewpoint from the Other Side of the Table

...And tips for what not to do in a broker interview.New agents are commonly told this about interviewing with brokerage firms: “You are interviewing the broker, not the broker interviewing you. They want commissions... the more agents, the better!” While this is somewhat true, it is not 100% fact. I’d like to explain why…… In... Continue Reading →

March 21, 2020 3

Set Goals NOT Resolutions

Tips on setting goals NOT resolutions. It’s a new year which means new goals, new perspectives, and new vision. In previous posts, I have addressed the Importance of Setting Business Goals and having a business plan as well as selecting your ONE WORD for the year. I find both of these planning tools to be... Continue Reading →

January 10, 2020 6

What’s Your ONE WORD for 2020?

Why Pick One Word? A few years ago, I was introduced to a book that would change my thinking and focus for the coming new year. The book: One Word by Jon Gordon and co-authors Dan Britton and Jimmy Page. The concept of the book is to pick one word to create purpose and model... Continue Reading →

December 16, 2019 11

The Importance of Setting Business Goals and Crushing Them

December is upon us! It that time of the year again… not just the holiday season, but the time of year when we prepare our mindset and businesses for the coming year. This is a great time to review the past 11 months, what has worked, what has not. How many of the goals on... Continue Reading →

December 2, 2019 3

Tis’ the Season to …

Engage Your Clients, Family and Friends! As the weather changes and the real estate market slows down (historically this has been the case), this is a great time to work on your business. What do I mean by “work on your business?” Not only is this a good time to work on administrative tasks (clean... Continue Reading →

October 4, 2019 2

Six Common Reasons Why New Real Estate Agents Fail

And how to avoid becoming one of them.According to the National Association of Realtors, 87% of real estate agents fail in the first 5 years of entering the industry. 75% of them fail in the very first year! These statistics are shocking for sure, but honestly, they are not surprising. So why are these numbers... Continue Reading →

September 17, 2019 2

11 Safety Tips for New Real Estate Agents

September is REALTOR Safety Month All occupations offer some risks. As a newer real estate agent, you may not be aware of the continuous concern for personal safety in this career. There will be many times you will be working alone showing a property or previewing a home, holding an open house and meeting a... Continue Reading →

September 4, 2019 3

10 Ways to Generate Leads

As a New Real Estate AgentYour licensed, you’ve joined the perfect brokerage firm, you’ve started completing some of the up and running tasks I mentioned in a previous post, so now what should you do? It’s time to generate some business! So, where do you start? Here are 10 great ways to begin generating your... Continue Reading →

August 28, 2019 2

The 4 People You Need in Your Life for a Successful Career

A Coach, a Mentor, an Accountability Partner, and an AdvocateThe path to a successful career doesn’t just include you, while it does depend on you and your actions, having these four-essential people in your life will ultimately increase your odds of greater success: a Coach, a Mentor, an Accountability Partner, and an Advocate. All of... Continue Reading →

August 17, 2019 4

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